429 W. Florida Ave
Hemet CA. 92543
(951) 929-0859
~ Professional Life
Larry has been selling and servicing appliances in Southern California for over 40 years. He has been a business owner for over 30 years. If there is anyone to trust with the purchase of your new appliance or any service you may need, it is Larry Soares.
1970-1974
Larry began his career in the appliance and electronics industry in 1970 with WT Grant in Riverside, California. Starting as a sales associate specializing in appliances and electronics, his dedication, leadership, and customer-focused approach quickly set him apart. Within just six months, Larry was promoted to a management position. He remained with WT Grant until 1974, when the company closed its doors.
1974-1977
Continuing his career in appliance and electronics sales, Larry joined Kmart in Riverside in 1974, where he further developed his industry knowledge and customer service experience over the next two years. In 1976, he transitioned to Robert Hall in Riverside, continuing to specialize in appliance and electronics sales until 1977. These early years helped establish the strong foundation of expertise and professionalism that has defined Larry’s career for decades.
1978-1980
The next chapter of Larry’s career brought additional opportunities to expand his experience within the appliance industry. He worked for Hayman’s in Riverside through 1978 before joining Magnolia Refrigeration, where he continued serving customers from 1978 to 1979. In 1979, Larry was once again recruited to work for Robert Hall, further recognizing his reputation and expertise in appliance and electronics sales. After another successful year with the company, Larry took the next major step in his career by purchasing his first appliance store, Clements in Corona, in 1980.
1980-1994
In 1980, Larry founded his first appliance business, Appliance Showroom, in Corona, California. As the business continued to grow, he expanded by purchasing Skellenger’s of Hemet in 1984. Driven by a commitment to better serve customers throughout the region, Larry opened a new showroom in Riverside in 1989 while closing the original Corona location. He later expanded again with the opening of a Sun City store in 1990. Throughout these years, Larry continually adapted his business to meet the changing needs of the market, eventually closing the Sun City location in 1991 and the Riverside showroom in 1994.
Larry currently has the one showroom in Hemet, CA - Appliance Showroom
Across Florida Ave. looking at Appliance Showroom
On the corner of Gilbert St. and Florida Ave. looking at Appliance Showroom
Parking lot of Appliance Showroom
Across Florida Ave. looking at Appliance Showroom
~ Personal Life
~ United States Army
Larry proudly served in the United States Army after enlisting in Kansas City, Missouri, in November 1963. He completed both Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, before being deployed to Munich, Germany, in January 1964. While stationed at Warner Kaserne, one of the largest troop facilities in the U.S. Army at the time, Larry served with the 24th Infantry, 2nd Battalion, 21st Division as a wheel and track mechanic. He honorably served his country until his release from active duty in October 1966.
~ Patriot Guard
Larry Soares is a proud member of the Patriot Guard Riders,
a national organization of motorcycle enthusiasts and veterans dedicated to honoring those who have served our country. For the past six years, Larry has regularly volunteered at Riverside National Cemetery, where he joins fellow Patriot Guard Riders from across Southern California in providing support and respect during funeral services for veterans without family members present.
Traveling to the cemetery on one of his motorcycles, Larry has remained deeply committed to this meaningful service, rarely missing the weekly Wednesday ceremonies. Alongside several other Patriot Guard Riders from the Hemet area, he helps ensure that every veteran is honored with dignity and recognition. On many mornings, the group pays tribute to 10 or more veterans who otherwise would not have family present to commemorate their service and sacrifice.
~ American Legion Post 53
The Patriot Guard Riders from Hemet are proud members of American Legion Post 53 and are part of a nationwide organization dedicated to honoring and supporting America’s military heroes and their families. Since its founding, the Patriot Guard Riders have participated in funeral services by assisting with flag ceremonies, delivering eulogies, and ensuring veterans are remembered with the respect they deserve.
In addition to funeral honors, members volunteer as motorcycle escorts for the transportation of military personnel who were killed in action, accompanying them from airports to their final resting places. The organization also gathers at airports to warmly welcome home service members returning from deployment and war zones, demonstrating unwavering support for those who have served our country.
Larry Soares - CEO of Appliance Showroom
"It makes me feel good, It makes me feel like I have a purpose. It is not always easy to skip out from my store, I just make it work. I think it's an important thing to do."
